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Well , bugger me , back again .
Went back to the Gs 1250 ulitmate , but that broke at 3000 miles . Swapped for a 1300 gs.
Thats got brake issues , so decided to test ride a S1000xr , awful , but made me think.
Stopped off at Worcester Ducati on the way back and a managed to get an impromtu test on the new Grand Tour . Oh dear , got home and managed to find a new one , so ordered it and collect it this weekend . The re ride just made me smile again so thats it , I will try not to annoy to many folks.

Hi folks -

I'm planning on selling my 2004 749R, and thought it would be worth showing on here before I hit ebay.

Only the 2004 model comes from the factory entirely clothed in carbon fibre bodywork - all subsequent 749R's (2005-2008) did not, which makes this model very desirable.

This particular bike was in a private collection for several years, and it has now been fully recommissioned to ensure that it's ready for the road.

Full fluid service (oil/coolant/hydraulic fluids)

Belts changed and valve clearances checked (no adjustments were required)
Fork seals and fork oil changed
Clutch basket replaced

It has an open Termignoni exhaust system (Ducati part number 573.1.081.1A - 102dB, marked as "RACE USE ONLY") , and a matching Ducati Performance ECU, making this machine a real experience to ride. I believe this bike is presented as it arrived from the factory, with no aftermarket accessories. The exhaust has not been a problem for MoTs.

If you'd like to research the 749R -...

Back from a few days riding the Peak District, day one dry all the way there, day 2 (Wednesday) torrential rain and fog in the hills & Peaks with muddy water cascading down the twisty roads. Took an 848 evo where it probably should never go in that weather and survived although it did try to spit me off multiple times but I managed to stay on board while crapping myself most of the day Cat and fiddle would be awesome in the dry and enjoyed it even in the wet, Snake pass was about as safe in the wet as smothering yourself in dog food and jumping in a pool full of piranhas! Visited the site where the Dam Buster trained in WW2 dropping the bouncing bomb which was awesome plus a few other places. Day 3 mostly dry so not to bad, bike looked like it had been motocross in January but 4 hours cleaning this morning and its sorted. ABS traction control and rain modes would have been handy like the other bikes had. Need to go back in the dry as its an awesome place

Hi Everyone,
Decided to sell my 916 as I no longer ride it and don't want it going to waste. My riding style has moved on since I bought this on 8th November 1994. There was a long waiting list at the time for these, and I got lucky when a famous actor changed their mind about buying. List was £12,500 but I paid £12,000 from Jack Lilley. So, everything is original except braided brake lines, metal quick release fuel fittings, side stand suicide bracket and thick silicone alternator cables. A few bits replaced over the years. Reg/rec, clutch slave, brake lever, clutch, front calipers all new seals etc. Engine out in 2017 for shims, lobes all good. New belts, Fuel filter and internal fuel lines last October. Not many miles since then.
The bike isn't showroom, but it's been looked after. A few scratches. Some minor body cracks, all repaired. The rear stand comes with the bike, and some special tools as well. MoT until November. Ready to ride away!
I'm thinking £9000.
Thanks,
Steve

Very happy to say I have commited to running this year's Italian bike night at the TT

The aim is to bring it back to being a great night with great bikes, food, drinks and people!

Tuesday 4th June | 5 - 10pm

More info here :

https://www.italianbikenight.im/

there is a Facebook page too, I will ensure both places are updated with info.

https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61559579231559

We have a fantstic venue in Port Erin and are looking to recreate the event at the Manx GP too

Look forward to seeing anyone visiting the Isle of Man TT and Manx GP this year !

Bumped in to a guy while out on a ride who's 2017 Hypermotard was like new, he swears by turtle wax products especially the graphene-ceramic paste wax so I gave a it a go. Its brilliant, very easy to apply and remove while leaving no residue etc..

Well I've lusted after a Tricolore since they came out. So I eventually found as far as I can see a decent one, v low mileage with some nice DP extras.

Hi all

Still can’t quite believe it’s true, but the bike of my dreams is now in my garage.

She’s a 2002 998BP. 12k miles since new and I think she’s a stunner. Lots more posts and questions to come I’m sure but thought I’d share, hope you all like.

Cheers

Over 18,000 Ducatisti came together in #WeRideAsOne - Ducati's global event to warm up their engines ahead of World Ducati Week 2024
From New York to Rio de Janeiro, via New Delhi to Medellín, the passion for Ducati and two wheels has reached the entire world thanks to the events organised by Ducati Dealers together with the Ducati Official Clubs
#WeRideAsOne was celebrated in the UK by almost 1000 Ducati owners joining unique activities taking the Bologna-built bikes to racetracks, cities, and the country.
To revisit the most significant moments of the day, a highlighted collection of images and videos of the participants is available on the official Ducati Instagram profile

Borgo Panigale, Bologna, 6 May 2024 – On Saturday, May 4, it took place under the banner of passion and fun #WeRideAsOne, Ducati's global widespread event that called together its community to celebrate the pride of belonging to the big Borgo Panigale family.

A special third edition which, this year, was...

So what have you got your beady eyes on that you would like to buy, but which might be a bit out of reach, but not that out of reach - so things that are doable if you really wanted to.

For me that excludes Learjets (where would I put one anyway )

But, one of these could be doable in the next year.....

1. Omega Planet Ocean - in blue.
2. BMW M1000R (trade in the current bike for it)
3. sensible stuff like a new sofa/curtains or double glazing

So lets hear it then - what have you got your eyes on .......

As written in my previous post requesting info on buying a multi I thought I’d give my feedback on the one I got,
I’ll start by saying the last thing I was planning was getting another bike but after being offered a multi (which following good advice from you guys I walked away from)I liked the cut of their jib! So fast forward and after realising I had only ever ridden one V twin before which I absolutely hated( mates 749r around snett) and constantly being behind them racing when they’d shit themselves and guys constantly working on them in the paddock I’d rather ride a camel than a Ducati!! So anyway picked up this 1260 multi last Friday, not had a chance to ride it until yesterday, just to say i could have got a V4 multi but for some reason i wanted to give the twin another chance and I’ve already got a v4 so i figured if i hated it i could just chop it in for a V4! Anyway i thought I’d pop over from Hereford to Abergavenny and back just to see what i thought! I ended up...

The old girl turned 75 last Monday as I took a 150 mile ride around Lincolnshire. I had planned on heading into Yorkshire but the wind was bad enough to convince me that crossing the Humber bridge would be unpleasant. The flat sided fairings are very susceptible to crosswinds. One night-time trip up the M62 heading for the 02:15 from Heysham saw us being blown the full width of one lane when the gusts caught us.
Anyway, bought in July 1995 from Danny who bought it new from Kevark Grimsby in Aug 94. He put about 5,500 miles on the clock, the rest are all mine via rides mainly in England, but also France, Switzerland, Italy and more than a few laps of the Isle of Man.
Sleet and carb icing on the Stelvio were interesting. Carb icing on the way home from Mablethorpe Sandraces on winters day was challenging as the throttle refused to close heading downhill towards a roundabout on Louth bypass. Improvisation with the kill switch kept us upright. The limited steering lock required care...

Hey. Just stopping bye

I’ve got a new to me basket case 999. Looking around your forum for tips, ideas (hopefully a good for sale section) and of course admire your rides

A hard decision to make but I have decided to sell my 1992 Ducati 900SS as I am just not using it as much as I should! I have owned this bike since February 2011. It's a white frame black wheel model.

Currently running FCR 41’s, PureTec Lightweight Flywheel, Front suspension set up and re-valve from MCT Suspension, Rear shock bought new - Shock Factory Unit. Exact start upgraded starter leads, Black Widow exhausts with stainless high level link pipes and mounts, MRA Double bubble screen, New Pirelli Angle GT Tyres (less than 200 miles), Carbon front mudguard and carbon rear hugger, Koso Heated grips with integrated controller (looks very neat and they work well), USB socket (with built-in voltage meter) and DIN socket, Fuel tank recently stripped and new filters, hoses fitted, New original unmolested airbox cover. K&N Air Filter Fitted and recently oiled etc, Braided hoses throughout, Decent LED conversion for headlights. Chain and sprockets in great condition. I replaced the...

The wife has decided to have a go at trackdays and I’ve managed to pick up this ex Trioptions 899 off a mate.

I had one of these a few years ago and it was amazing so hoping this feels the same. Pretty much the same spec as the bike I had.

The bike was professionally built from new as a race bike with a blueprinted engine using Carrillo rods.
Ohlins fork cartridge kit
Ohlins TTX36 shock
Ohlins steering damper
Termignoni exhausts
Lightech levers
Lightech rearsets
BSD blipper
BSD switchgear
Diamond brake lever guard
Sigma slipper clutch
HEL brake line
Shido lithium battery
MWR oversized air intake and clock bracket
MWR air filter
Samco hoses
1199 magnesium 2 piece clutch cover
CRC fairings
Carbon mudguard
Carbon swingarm covers
Carbon reservoir brackets
On the look out for some spare wheels if the price is right.

Pair of 5 spoke Marchesini Brembo wheels, shaved front spokes making them the very desirable lighter versions as fitted as standard to the later 748r and 998r.
Front in very good used condition. Rear is straight but showing some marks. Absolutely fine to use or respray if you are fussy.
There is a front wheel on eBay for £934 on its own and a pair claiming to be off the R (they are not, they are standard 5 spokes) for £1400 plus postage. These at £1175 to a forum member (who’s been here for more than 5 minutes) collected or you pay insured postage.
Front date stamped 02. Rear 01.
PM me if you want them.
EPJ

Greetings fellow Bikers!
I recently switched to a modern bike, a 2021 MTS 950S.
I still have my ST2 from 2003, and the Triumph TR6R from 1967, which I have owned for the last 40 years. During that period I've also had a 1998 916SPS, and 900SS, both I bought new...and a number of Japanese bikes...
I've been able to do some trips on the 950S already this spring, but winter has hit back and currently weather conditions are not the most suitable for 2-wheelers up here on Latitude 63 (northern Sweden)...
Last photo shows the delivery of the 950S...conditions are slightly better now...

Congratulations to Dan Linfoot and the SERT team. Gixers rule (endurance racing anyway).

Hi Everyone,

I've recently taken the plunge and joined the Ducati throng with a '98 (registered in 2000) 916 Senna.

I've sent her straight to Baines Racing (Silverstone) for belts, service and the once over by someone who knows these bikes inside-out.

Looking forward to engaging with this forum,

Dan

I had always assumed I would retire next year age 67, how wrong you can be.
Work and Pensions informed me yesterday that I can retire this year not next, that's going to take a while to sink in.
I'm ok financially, no big bills and some savings, with a few adjustments I'll be ok, sack the cleaners, I can do that, cut down on the insurance and road tax bill, vehicle cull.
I have other projects that will keep the grey matter going, I've had enough of building for sure.
Get rid of the BT landline, sky tv can go, I can get the football on bing, maybe do a couple of shifts in one of the pubs around here.
The bike will get more use for sure, I'll have more time for the odd blatt here and there.
Am I missing something?